Long ago Biswanath was occupied by Hindus and Muslims with the Hindus predominately occupying position of landlords. Amongst such landowners was allegedly Baburam Jibon Ray who had a son called Biswanath Ray. Baburam bought whole of Biswanath bazar from Lord Charles Cornwallis in 1739 and developed the area into an administrative centre. In recognition of his efforts the Upazila was named after his son Biswanath.

Another similar suggestion for the origin of the name is that during the British rule there lived a Zamindar named Bishwanath Dhar in the locality. It is generally believed that the Upazila might have originated its name from the name of the Zamindar.

Famous 'Bishnatiya' include:

Nurul Islam Khan(Born 16 Jan 1946) Advocate, and Chairman of Jatiyo Janata Party. First parliamentary member of Biswanath in 1st National Parliament of Bangladesh. Nominated by Awami League party from Dhokkin Surma-Biswanath in 1973 General Election. From village of Siddorpur, Rampasa union. Son of late Firuj Khan.

Elias Ali() Second parliamentary member of Biswanath in 6th National Parliament of Bangladesh. Nominated by Bangladesh National Party (BNP) from Biswanath-Balagonj in 1996 General Election. Elected member in 2001 also. From village of Ramdana, Ologkari union. Son of late Wasib alis.

Shofiqur Rahman Choudhury(Born 18 Aug 19xx) General Secretary of Sylhet Zilla, Awami League party (Dec 2011 onwards). Third parliamentary member of Biswanath in 9th National Parliament of Bangladesh (5 Jan 2009 - 6 Jan 2013). Nominated by Awami League party from Biswanath-Balagonj in 2008 General Election. Graduated (B.A.) from M. C. College in Sylhet. From village of Chandborang, Doshgor union. Son of late Abdul Motlib.

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